Local and national planning policy
Our Planning team works to influence national and local planning policy on behalf of all HBF members to make more land available for development, shorten planning application timescales, push for a clear, consistent and justifiable regulatory regime, and promote a favourable perception of the industry.
How we work with our members
Planning groups and committees
Joining our planning groups enables members to collaborate, flag key issues, and contribute to HBF consultations and local plan responses.
Representation on local and national issues
Alongside national policy work, our regional planning managers coordinate responses to localised issues, and provide local plan representations.
Biodiversity net gain
We are working with members and stakeholders to develop BNG guidance to support industry, and capture feedback that supports ongoing government engagement on what is and isn’t working.
Nutrient neutrality
We estimate more than 160,000 new build homes have since been blocked by the disproportionate moratorium on development, which spans more than a quarter of local authority areas, from Cornwall to the Tees Valley.
Our planning activity is driven by our Planning team. Contact the team at planning@hbf.co.uk
Planning resources
Consultation responses
HBF BNG consultation responses
Improving local areas through developer funding
Reform of Planning Committees
Towards a New London Plan June 2025
News and activity
Connect with your regional planning manager
Join your regional planning group to stay informed on key issues and opportunities, and share your insights directly with your regional representative.
HBF Planning Conference
Our annual event brings planning professionals together to network, gain fresh perspectives and get up to speed on key issues affecting home builders.